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The Stem Academy
School · ECTOR COUNTY ISD
4940 S RD, Odessa, TX 79762
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Enrollment
743
Student-Teacher
20.1:1
Grades
Kindergarten – 12th
Updated
2022-23
Updated 2022-23
About The Stem Academy
The Stem Academy is a public school in Odessa, TX, part of the ECTOR COUNTY ISD. The school serves approximately 743 students in grades Kindergarten – 12th with a student-teacher ratio of 20.1:1. Located in a neighborhood with a median household income of $74,560, where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher.
The school is situated in a midsize city setting.
What Parents Should Know
The student-teacher ratio at The Stem Academy is 20.1:1, which is higher than the national average. This may mean larger class sizes, so parents should ask about classroom support, teaching assistants, and how the school differentiates instruction for students who need extra help.
The Stem Academy is a charter school — a publicly funded school that operates with more autonomy than traditional district schools. Charter schools often have distinct educational models or specialties. Parents should understand the school's specific mission, enrollment process, and how its approach differs from nearby district options.
School Profile
Limited Data- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 743 students
- Type
- Public (Charter)
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Address
- 4940 S RD, Odessa, TX 79762
- Phone
- (432) 552-2580
- Data Year
- SY 2022-23
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Test Scores
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How The Stem Academy Compares
See how The Stem Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
4940 S RD, Odessa, TX 79762
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering The Stem Academy may also want to explore other schools in the area. COMPASS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL (rated 6.0/10, 2.3 miles away). Additionally, MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA (rated 5.5/10, 1.9 miles away). For more schools in Odessa, see our Odessa schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| NIMITZ MIDDLE Odessa | 0.7 mi | 6.2 |
| L B JOHNSON EL Odessa | 0.9 mi | 5.5 |
| THE ODESSA Y LEARNING CENTER Odessa | 1.2 mi | 4.9 |
| BLANTON EL Odessa | 1.1 mi | 5.9 |
| GONZALES EL Odessa | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| HARMONY SCIENCE ACADEMY - ODESSA Odessa | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| EL MAGNET AT REAGAN EL Odessa | 1.9 mi | 6.3 |
| MONTESSORI MASTERY SCHOOL OF ODESSA Odessa | 1.9 mi | 5.5 |
| CROSSROADS SCHOOL Odessa | 2.1 mi | — |
| COMPASS ACADEMY CHARTER SCHOOL Odessa | 2.3 mi | 6.0 |
| BONHAM MIDDLE Odessa | 2.1 mi | 4.3 |
| ODESSA CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Odessa | 2.2 mi | 7.6 |
| PERMIAN H S Odessa | 2.2 mi | 4.8 |
| BURNET EL Odessa | 2.4 mi | 3.4 |
| IRELAND EL Odessa | 2.5 mi | 5.2 |
| DOWLING EL Odessa | 2.7 mi | 6.2 |
| LAMAR EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 3.2 mi | 4.5 |
| CARVER EARLY EE-KG Odessa | 3.4 mi | 4.7 |
| ROSS EL Odessa | 3.1 mi | 6.3 |
| GALE POND ALAMO EL Odessa | 3.2 mi | 6.9 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 79762 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$74,560
Median Home Value
$218,900
Median Rent
$1,338/mo
Population
40,141
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
57.3%
Avg Commute
22.6 min
Poverty Rate
13.7%
Median Age
31.4
Community Profile
The community surrounding The Stem Academy has a median household income of $74,560. It is a community where 22% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $218,900, with a median rent of $1,338/month. The area has a poverty rate of 13.7%. The average commute for residents is 23 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| TEXAS TECH UNIVERSITY K-12 Lubbock, TX | — |
| VALOR KYLE Kyle, TX | — |
| VERITAS ACADEMY Austin, TX | 2.7 |
| JAPANESE EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTE Houston, TX | 2.9 |
| JUBILEE BROWNSVILLE San Antonio, TX | 3.2 |
| CORAM DEO ACADEMY Flower Mound, TX | 3.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about The Stem Academy
What grades does The Stem Academy serve?
The Stem Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 12th.
How many students attend The Stem Academy?
The Stem Academy has an enrollment of approximately 743 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at The Stem Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at The Stem Academy is 20.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
Is The Stem Academy a charter school?
Yes, The Stem Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is The Stem Academy a Title I school?
No, The Stem Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for The Stem Academy?
52.0% of students at The Stem Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Neighborhood Context
- City Safety
- High (2,159/100K)
FBI UCR 2024. City-level (Odessa). Data >1 year old.
Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 12th
- Enrollment
- 743
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 20.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 52.0%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Ector County
- Phone
- (432) 552-2580
- Data Year
- 2023–2024
Resources & Links
District
ECTOR COUNTY ISD- District Enrollment
- 33,426
- Schools in District
- 46
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $10,723
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